Customizing Generated Code
Learn how to modify and extend the code generated by Spec2Stack to meet your specific needs
Spec2Stack generates clean, modern Next.js applications with a well-organized structure. Understanding this structure is key to making effective customizations.
Tailwind CSS Classes
Most styling is done with Tailwind CSS utility classes. You can easily modify colors, spacing, and layout by changing these classes.
<button className="bg-blue-500 hover:bg-blue-600 text-white px-4 py-2 rounded">
Global Styles
Modify app/globals.css for site-wide styling changes, custom CSS variables, and theme configurations.
Component Styling
Individual components can be styled by modifying their className props or adding CSS modules for component-specific styles.
Creating New Components
Add new React components in the components/ directory. Follow the existing naming conventions and structure.
components/ui/my-custom-component.tsx
Adding New Pages
Create new pages by adding files to the app/ directory. Next.js automatically creates routes based on the file structure.
app/my-new-page/page.tsx
API Routes
Add backend functionality by creating API routes in app/api/. These handle server-side logic and database operations.
Local State Management
Generated apps use React hooks (useState, useEffect) for local state. You can extend this with additional state management libraries if needed.
Adding External Databases
Integrate databases like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Firebase by adding the appropriate libraries and connection logic.
npm install @supabase/supabase-js
API Integration
Connect to external APIs by adding fetch calls in your components or creating custom API routes as proxies.
Environment Variables
Add environment variables in .env.local for API keys, database URLs, and other configuration values.
NEXT_PUBLIC_API_URL=https://api.example.com
Package Dependencies
Install additional packages using npm or yarn. Update package.json to include new dependencies.
npm install axios date-fns
Build Configuration
Modify next.config.js for advanced build settings, redirects, and deployment configurations.
Keep It Organized
Follow the existing file structure and naming conventions. Create logical groupings for related components and utilities.
Test Your Changes
Always test modifications locally before deploying. Use the development server to catch errors early.
Version Control
Use Git to track your changes. This allows you to revert modifications and collaborate with others safely.
Document Your Changes
Add comments to your code and maintain a README file explaining your customizations and setup instructions.
- • Changing color schemes and branding
- • Adding authentication with Auth0 or Firebase
- • Integrating payment processing with Stripe
- • Adding real-time features with Socket.io
- • Implementing advanced forms with validation
- • Adding analytics and tracking
- • Creating custom admin dashboards
- • Integrating with CMS platforms